Winemaker Comments:
Some of the best old vine Zinfandel vineyards from the Dry Creek Valley make up the majority of this incredible wine. These ancient vineyards, averaging 90 – 120 years in age, provide exceptional fruit and it’s truly evident when drinking this complex Zinfandel. Dark blackberries, boysenberry, and plum are spiced up with tobacco, cocoa dust, and volcanic ash with finely ground black pepper on the nose. The palate is filled with explosive fruit and an earthy finish. This voluptuous wine envelops your entire mouth with its lushness, acidity, and refined tannins. This is truly a Zin-lover's wine and will not disappoint!
| Blend: | 91% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah |
| Alcohol: | 14.5% |
| Appellation: | Dry Creek Valley |
| Fermentation: | Fermented 20 days at 82° F |
| Barrel Aging: | 18 months French, American, and Hungarian oak |
| Soils: | Hillside, mixed gravelly soil |
| Vine Age: | 85 years |